LedBy Shepreneur
Bridging the gap between entrepreneurial talent and the mainstream ecosystem
Applications for 2025 are closed
For the first time,
A program by LedBy, built for Indian Muslim women entrepreneurs
The LedBy Shepreneur Program empowers Indian Muslim women (IMW) entrepreneurs with the skills, networks, and resources to scale their businesses and access formal incubators, accelerators, and funding opportunities
Program Offerings
Hybrid Learning Experience
40+ hours of virtual sessions and offline exhibitions designed for
real-world business growth
Personalized
Mentorship
One-on-one guidance from industry experts tailored to your business
needs
Engaging Events & Exposure
Networking meetups, exhibitions, and “Shark Tank”-style pitch opportunities
Pan-India Network
Connect with a vibrant community of Muslim women entrepreneurs from across India
Pathway to Growth Platforms
Support in applying to top incubators and accelerators like T-Hub, The/Nudge, and more
Program Details
Cohort Based Learning
A cohort will have a batch size of approximately 40 shepreneurs
Virtual Learning, Local Impact
The entire program is designed to be virtual, followed by in-person exhibitions in your city
4 month - long Program
The program is held over 4 months with two sessions per month.
Invest in Your Growth...
This is a paid program with a one-time participation fee of INR 4,000
The actual cost of the program is INR 20,000, but we’re offering it at a highly subsidized one-time fee. This contribution ensures a powerful, resource-rich experience with access to premium resources.
You only pay the fee after you're selected.
Curriculum Details
Entrepreneurial Mindset, Values & Ecosystem Awareness
Scaling Up & Governance
Financial Compliance Clinics
Managing Self & Managing Others
Fundraising & Ecosystem Navigation
Islamic Faith-Aligned Leadership & Entrepreneurship Design
Customer Development, Branding & Market Strategy
Pitching & Storytelling Labs
Professional Ethics in Events & Exhibitions
Eligibility Criteria
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You identify as an Indian Muslim Woman founder, 20+ years old
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Running a registered business for atleast 2 years or more
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Owning at least 33% equity (or operationally leading the venture even if ownership is shared with family/spouse)
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Revenue-generating with an existing customer base
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Ambitious to scale nationally or internationally
If you answered YES to all of the above, you are eligible to apply
Know your Mentors
Suman Ali Sayed
Media Personality - Chef - Educator
Tanya Bhattacharya
Business Storyteller & Story Coach @ Storywallahs
Deema Alayedh
Founder and CEO, Dirwaza | Misk 10X Saudi Leader | Investor | INSEAD
Dr. Abrar Ali Saiyed
Senior Lecturer & Professor, Adam Smith School of Business - University of Glasgow
Meher Afroz
CTO - GreenEarthX
Azmat Ali Mir
Cultural Entrepreneur | Restaurateur - Founder @sarposhfoods | IIM-A & IIM-B
Rawan Khaldoun
Entrepreneur & Business Development Leader | Contributing to Global’s Venture Capital firms & Accelerators
Janeesha Singh
Senior Associate at Trilegal
Aashti Zaidi Hai
Founder and CEO, Global Schools Forum | Georgetown University
Simeen Kaleem
Co-founder, Gramhal | Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, Saïd Business School
Azeera Azeez
Senior Vice President, Business Management - Citi Financial Services
Antaraa Vasudev
Founder at Civis | Ashoka Fellow | Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia
Arjumand Abdullah
Founder, Your Sister in Islam | Life Coach for Muslim Women
